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Tuberculosis Cases Confirmed In Chicago Migrant Shelters: Know Symptoms Of Infection

The Chicago Department of Public Health has not disclosed the exact number of tuberculosis cases detected, but no reports exist of city residents contracting the infection from exposed migrants who tested positive.

Medical Daily

Sanofi gets approval for alternative inactivated polio vaccine

Only recently, activists, public health experts, tuberculosis (TB) survivors, and people living with HIV had sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intervention to halt what they said were frequent shortages in the availability of anti-TB drugs.

The Hindu

Govt issues advisory to beat heatwave: Know how to stay safe

Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday, reviewed public health preparedness for the management of heat-related illnesses. He highlighted the importance of timely action as soon as IMD alerts are received in the states. “Timely, advance and wide awareness among the people on the preventive measures will hugely support…

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Lack Of Immunity Raises Bird Flu Pandemic Risk

EFSA warns of bird flu pandemic risk due to lack of immunity. Importance of vigilance and preparedness emphasized.

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Lawsuit Demands Menthol Cigarette Ban Amid White House Delays

Lawsuit filed demanding a ban on menthol cigarettes in the USA due to health disparities and public health risks.

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Plastic messing with our hormones

Researchers say the U.N.'s global plastics treaty must reduce production and protect public health

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What is prehypertension? Why one must learn to manage it?

The finding of a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is a wake-up call for young and older adults. Researchers from the ICMR's National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR) analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) and found that 1 in 3…

The Times of India

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Timeline for menthol ban slips again - Roll Call

The issue has pitted law enforcement against public health advocates, spawned ad campaigns and divided Black lawmakers and interest groups.

Roll Call

Dindigul Reader’s Mail

Clear railway tracks of litter, shift TB ward for public health, and establish blood bank in Paramakudi GH.

The Hindu

DCA cracks down on illegal medicine sales

Hyderabad DCA raids uncover illegal medication sales, unlicensed medical shops, and public health risks in Telangana.

The Hindu

Hafta 478: TM Krishna awards row, Kejriwal’s arrest and PMLA Act

This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, and Manisha Pandey are joined by music producer and public health consultant Dr Aiswarya Rao.

Newslaundry

West Virginia Governor Vetoes Loosening School Vaccination Policy

West Virginia Governor vetoed bill relaxing school vaccination policies, citing public health risks.

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Here's what to know about dengue, as Puerto Rico declares a public health emergency

Most people with dengue will show no signs of infection or experience only mild symptoms, but in rare cases infections can become severe and potentially fatal.

WEKU

Record Sewage Spills Prompt Comedian Joe Lycett's Activism Against Pollution

Record high raw sewage spills in England prompt urgent action to address environmental and public health risks. Comedian-led campaign and government initia...

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Dade Phelan’s Efforts to Expand Healthcare Still Leave Many Struggling in His District

The House speaker has never backed full Medicaid expansion, and GOP resistance could now harden.

The Hindu

Actionable ideas for TB control

There are multiple challenges to be overcome in combating TB

The Hindu

On the resurgence of mumps in Kerala | Explained

Mumps outbreak in Kerala raises public health concerns, highlighting the need for MMR vaccine in Universal Immunisation Programme.

The Guardian - UK

‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher

More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses?

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Public Health Foundation of India ranked second best public health institution globally

PHFI ranks 2nd globally in public health institutions, surpassing Harvard, focussing on quality research and global collaborations.

The Hindu

TB, HIV patients, activists seek PM’s intervention over frequent shortages of anti-TB drugs

In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi activists, public health experts, tuberculosis survivors, and people living with HIV sought his urgent intervention to halt what they said were frequent shortages of anti-TB drugs

Reason

Journal of Free Speech Law: "Public Health Law's Digital Frontier: Addictive Design, Section 230, and the Freedom of Speech," by Prof. Matthew Lawrence

The article is here; the Abstract: A new generation of claims argues that addictive design by social media companies has caused a national mental health crisis, and so seeks to join nascent state legislative efforts in making addictive design by technology companies public health law's next frontier. But the threshold,…

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US Appeals Court Upholds FDA's Cigarette Warning Labels

US appeals court upholds FDA's graphic warning labels on cigarette packaging, supporting public health efforts and raising awareness about smoking dangers.

The Times of India

Common pesticides used in vegetables linked to increased risk of Parkinson's disease

The precise cause of Parkinson's disease, a neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide, is still a mystery to medical professionals. There are many theories, but new studies have revealed a possible connection between the illness and pesticide exposure. These chemicals are still widely used despite persistent worries about…

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2022 Sees Record Drug Overdose Deaths In The US

Learn about the alarming rise in drug overdose deaths in the U.S. and the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address this public health crisis.

Capital & Main

Nurses Union Says State Watchdog Does Not Adequately Investigate Staffing Crisis

The California Department of Public Health says the agency is enforcing state requirements, despite deep budget cuts.

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